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Biophilic design can reduce stress, enhance creativity and clarity of thought, improve our well-being and expedite healing; as the world population continues to urbanize, these qualities are ever more important. Theorists, research scientists, and design practitioners have been working for decades to define aspects of nature that most impact our satisfaction with the built environment. “14 Patterns of Biophilic Design” articulates the relationships between nature, human biology and the design of the built

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Why Biophilic Architecture is Set to Change the World -

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See how biophilic architecture blurs the line between the natural and man made, and champions sustainable building design

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If design doesn't focus on aspects of the natural world that contribute to human health and productivity in the age-old struggle to be fit and survive, it's not biophilic.

​Biophilic design seeks to connect our inherent need to affiliate with nature in the modern built environment. An extension of the theory of biophilia, biophilic design recognizes that our species has evolved for more than 99% of its history in adaptive response to the natural world and not to human created or artificial forces. We became biologically encoded to associate with natural features and processes. Rather than being vestigial - or relevant to a world that no longer exists - this need is thought to remain instrumental to people's physical and mental health, fitness, and wellbeing.

Since today's "natural habitat" is largely the built environment, where we now spend 90% of our time, biophilic design seeks to satisfy our innate need to affiliate with nature in modern buildings and cities. Thus, the fundamental goal of biophilic design is to create good habitat for people as biological organisms inhabiting modern structures, landscapes, and communities. Accomplishing this objective depends on meeting certain conditions. First, because biophilia is essentially about evolved human tendencies, biophilic design focuses on those aspects of nature that, over evolutionary time, have contributed to our health and wellbeing. Let us be clear on this point: Any occurrence of nature in the built environment cannot be called biophilic design if it has no bearing on our species' inborn tendencies that have advanced our fitness and survival.
TOP IMAGE: Located in the Mayan jungle near Tulum, Mexico, SFER IK is a new art center whose design is inspired by, and largely built from, the materials of the jungle. Designed by the enigmatic artist and architect Roth, the building features virtually no straight lines or right angles and is partially open to the elements. Photo Credit: AZULIK

Simply put, biophilic design focuses on those aspects of the natural world that have contributed to human health and productivity in the age-old struggle to be fit and survive. Thus, desert or deep-sea habitats or microorganisms or alien or extinct species or other obscure aspects of nature are largely irrelevant as aspects of biophilic design because they offer little if anything in the way of sustained benefits to people.

Another distinguishing feature of biophilic design is its emphasis on the overall setting or habitat and NOT a single or isolated occurrence of nature. All organisms exist within connected and related environments bound together as integrated wholes or ecosystems. When the habitat functions in the best interests of the organism, the ecosystem performs at a level greater than the sum of its individual parts. By contrast, habitats comprised of disconnected and unrelated elements provide few benefits to its constituents and may even harm individual members. Thus, simply inserting an object of nature into a human built environment, if unrelated or at variance with other more dominant characteristics of the setting, exert little positive impact on the health and performance of the people who occupy these spaces.

The effectiveness of biophilic design depends on interventions that are connected, complementary, and integrated within the overall environment rather than being isolated or transient. A third distinctive feature of biophilic design is its emphasis on engaging with and repeated contact with nature. Biophilia can be described as a "weak" rather than "hard-wired" biological tendency that, like much of what makes us human, must be learned and experienced to become fully functional. Although we may be biologically inclined to affiliate with nature, for this contact to be useful, it must be nurtured through repeated and reinforcing experience. The benefits of biophilic design depend on engaging contact with nature rather than occasional, exceptional, or ephemeral experiences.

These distinctive characteristics yield a set of five conditions for the effective practice of biophilic design. Each underscores what is and IS NOT biophilic design:

1. Biophilic design emphasizes human adaptations to the natural world that over evolutionary time have proven instrumental in advancing people's health, fitness, and wellbeing. Exposures to nature irrelevant to human productivity and survival exert little impact on human wellbeing and are not effective instances of biophilic design.

2. Biophilic design depends on repeated and sustained engagement with nature. An occasional, transient, or isolated experience of nature exerts only superficial and fleeting effects on people, and can even, at times, be at variance with fostering beneficial outcomes.

3. Biophilic design requires reinforcing and integrating design interventions that connect with the overall setting or space. The optimal functioning of all organisms depends on immersion within habitats where the various elements comprise a complementary, reinforcing, and interconnected whole. Exposures to nature within a disconnected space - such as an isolated plant or an out of context picture or a natural material at variance with other dominant spatial features - is NOT effective biophilic design.

4. Biophilic design fosters emotional attachments to settings and places. By satisfying our inherent inclination to affiliate with nature, biophilic design engenders an emotional attachment to particular spaces and places. These emotional attachments motivate people's performance and productivity, and prompt us to identify with and sustain the places we inhabit.

5. Biophilic design fosters positive and sustained interactions and relationships among people and the natural environment. Humans are a deeply social species whose security and productivity depends on positive interactions within a spatial context. Effective biophilic design fosters connections between people and their environment, enhancing feelings of relationship, and a sense of membership in a meaningful community.

Unfortunately, modern society has insufficiently supported the human need to affiliate with nature, erecting various obstacles to the satisfying experience of the natural world, often treating nature as simply raw material to be transformed through technology or a nice but NOT necessary recreational and aesthetic amenity. This increasing separation from nature is reflected in much of our modern agriculture, manufacturing, education, healthcare, urban development, and architectural design.

The modern assumption that humans no longer need to affiliate with nature is revealed in the widespread practice of placing people in sensory deprived and artificial settings such as office buildings, hospitals, schools, shopping centers-with little if any contact with natural forces and stimuli. Much of today's built environment is designed lacking adequate natural light, natural ventilation, natural materials, vegetation, views, environmental shapes and forms, and other evolved affinities for the natural world. In many ways, these structures remind us of the barren sensory-deprived cages of the old-style zoo, now ironically banned as "inhumane." We are just beginning to find that these environmentally impoverished habitats foster fatigue, symptoms of disease, and impaired performance, and the simple introduction of natural lighting, outside views, and vegetation can result in enhanced health and productivity.

The fundamental challenge of biophilic design is to address these deficiencies in the modern built environment by initiating a new framework for the beneficial occurrence of nature. The effective application of biophilia begins with adhering to the previously described basic principles. From there, particular practices of biophilic design can be employed to help implement positive and beneficial outcomes. These applications of biophilia are listed below, although more detailed descriptions can be found in Kellert and Calabrese, The Practice of Biophilic Design.
Direct Experience of Nature
Spaces that allow direct experience of Light, Air, Water, Plants, Animals, Weather, and Natural Landscapes and Ecosystems
Indirect Experience of Nature
Nature represented by these elements: Images of Nature, Natural Materials, Natural Colors, Mobility and Wayfinding, Cultural and, Ecological Attachment to Place, Simulating Natural Light and Air, Naturalistic Shapes and Forms, Evoking Nature, Information Richness, Natural Geometries, Biomimicry, and Age, Change, and the Patina of Time
Experience of Space and Place
Biophilia can also be achieved through these approaches: Prospect and Refuge, Organized Complexity, Integration of Parts to Wholes, and Transitional Spaces
Viewpoints on Biophilia
It is important to realize that biophilic design is more than just a new way to make people more efficient by applying an innovative technical tool. The successful application of biophilic design fundamentally depends on adopting a new consciousness toward nature, recognizing how much our physical and mental wellbeing continues to rely on the quality of our connections to the world beyond ourselves of which we still remain a part.
Stephen R. Kellert is Professor Emeritus, Yale University in the School of Forestry and Environmental Studies. He is also a founding partner and board director in the firm Bio-Logical Capital that invests in and implements sustainable land uses on large landscapes. He is the author of 12 books including: Birthright: People and Nature in the Modern World, Biophilic Design, Building for Life, the Biophilia Hypothesis (with E.O. Wilson), and is currently writing a new book, Nature by Design: the Art and Practice of Biophilic Design, among others. He also co-produced the video (with Bill Finnegan) Biophilic Design: the Architecture of Life. Dr. Kellert has over 150 publications, has received many awards, served on committees of the National Academy of Sciences and as a board director of many organizations, and is listed and described in American Environmental Leaders: From Colonial Times to the Present.

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The creator of the concept of Biophilic Design explains effective strategies that keep us healthy by bring us closer to nature.

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You may have heard about the term " biophilic architecture ". But what exactly does it mean? And what are its main principles? In this article, we'll explore the concept of biophilic architecture, its main principles, examples of biophilia in architecture, the benefits of biophilic design, and the difference between biophilic and green architecture.

Biophilic architecture is a design philosophy that seeks to create buildings and spaces that connect people with nature . It incorporates natural elements, materials, and light to enhance the well-being and productivity of occupants and the built environment's sustainability. Biophilic design is based on the belief that humans have an innate connection to nature, and that by bringing elements of the natural world into our built environment, we can improve our health , , and overall quality of life .

There are seven main principles of biophilic design:

There are many great examples of biophilia in architecture , ranging from small design elements to entire buildings. Here are a few examples:

The Eden Project in Cornwall by Nicholas Grimshaw, England

Jewel Changi Airport by Safdie Architects in Singapore

in Singapore is one of the most impressive examples of biophilic architecture in the world. It shows what's possible when designers and architects prioritize the human experience of the built environment and incorporate natural elements into the design.

The Rain Vortex is just one of many natural elements in the design of Jewel Changi Airport. The building is filled with , , and , and even has an indoor forest called the Shiseido Forest Valley. The idea behind all of these natural elements is to create a sense of connection to nature even in the midst of a busy airport.

The Bosco Verticale by Boeri Studio in Milan, Italy

is a residential tower featuring over 900 trees and 20,000 plants , providing natural air purification and insulation for the building's occupants.

Difference Between Biophilic and Green Architecture

While biophilic architecture and green architecture share some similarities, there are also some key differences.

Green architecture focuses primarily on reducing the environmental impact of buildings through the use of sustainable materials , energy-efficient systems , and renewable energy sources .

On the other hand, biophilic architecture focuses more on the human experience of the built environment , seeking to improve well-being and productivity by connecting people with nature .

While both approaches are important for creating sustainable and healthy buildings, biophilic architecture places more emphasis on the psychological and emotional benefits of connecting with nature .

I hope you found this article useful! It's time to create spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also promote health and happiness .

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You may have heard about the term " biophilic architecture ". But what exactly does it mean? And what are its main principles? In this article, we'll explore the concept of biophilic architecture, its main principles, examples of biophilia in architecture, the benefits of biophilic design, and the difference between biophilic and green architecture.

Biophilic architecture is a design philosophy that seeks to create buildings and spaces that connect people with nature . It incorporates natural elements, materials, and light to enhance the well-being and productivity of occupants and the built environment's sustainability. Biophilic design is based on the belief that humans have an innate connection to nature, and that by bringing elements of the natural world into our built environment, we can improve our health , , and overall quality of life .

There are seven main principles of biophilic design:

There are many great examples of biophilia in architecture , ranging from small design elements to entire buildings. Here are a few examples:

The Eden Project in Cornwall by Nicholas Grimshaw, England

Jewel Changi Airport by Safdie Architects in Singapore

in Singapore is one of the most impressive examples of biophilic architecture in the world. It shows what's possible when designers and architects prioritize the human experience of the built environment and incorporate natural elements into the design.

The Rain Vortex is just one of many natural elements in the design of Jewel Changi Airport. The building is filled with , , and , and even has an indoor forest called the Shiseido Forest Valley. The idea behind all of these natural elements is to create a sense of connection to nature even in the midst of a busy airport.

The Bosco Verticale by Boeri Studio in Milan, Italy

is a residential tower featuring over 900 trees and 20,000 plants , providing natural air purification and insulation for the building's occupants.

Difference Between Biophilic and Green Architecture

While biophilic architecture and green architecture share some similarities, there are also some key differences.

Green architecture focuses primarily on reducing the environmental impact of buildings through the use of sustainable materials , energy-efficient systems , and renewable energy sources .

On the other hand, biophilic architecture focuses more on the human experience of the built environment , seeking to improve well-being and productivity by connecting people with nature .

While both approaches are important for creating sustainable and healthy buildings, biophilic architecture places more emphasis on the psychological and emotional benefits of connecting with nature .

I hope you found this article useful! It's time to create spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also promote health and happiness .

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What is Biophilic Architecture? Seven Main Principles

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You may have heard about the term "biophilic architecture". But what exactly does it mean? And what are its main principles? In this article, we'll explore the concept of biophilic architecture, its main principles, examples of biophilia in architecture, the benefits of biophilic design, and the difference between biophilic and green architecture.

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Biophilic design seeks to connect our inherent need to affiliate with nature in the modern built environment. An extension of the theory of biophilia, biophilic design recognizes that our species has evolved for more than 99% of its history in adaptive response to the natural world and not to human created or artificial forces. We became biologically encoded to associate with natural features and processes. Rather than being vestigial – or relevant to a world that no longer exists – this need is thought to remain instrumental to people’s physical and mental health, fitness, and wellbeing. https://metropolismag.com/viewpoints/what-is-and-is-not-biophilic-design/

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature. Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people.

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature

Environmental Features / Natural Shapes and Forms / Natural Patterns and Processes / Light and Space / Place-Based Relationships / Evolved Human-Nature Relationships

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Biophilic architecture is a design philosophy that seeks to create buildings and spaces that connect people with nature. It incorporates natural elements, materials, and light to enhance the well-being and productivity of occupants and the built environment's sustainability. Biophilic design is based on the belief that humans have an innate connection to nature, and that by bringing elements of the natural world into our built environment, we can improve our health, happiness, and overall quality of life.

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The Jewel – Singapore, Singapore

When Singapore was being planned, the aim was to make it as green as possible.

The result is an epitome of biophilic design in architecture as we see it today. Amongst numerous great biophilia projects, The Jewel stands out as an icon for public spaces in an urban context.

Jewel comprises layered gardens, entertainment activities, a hotel and more than 300 retail and dining facilities / Biophilic Architecture

The Jewel is a nature-themed entertainment and retail complex on the landside of Changi Airport, Singapore.

Linking three of its passenger terminals, the centerpiece is the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, named the Rain Vortex, surrounded by decks of forest in the promenade.

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Singapore was designed from the ground up to be as natural as possible despite having many buildings.

One of the world’s best examples of biophilic architecture is Singapore’s Jewel. It is a nature-inspired airport, retail and entertainment complex with a massive artistic roof made of glass and numerous plants everywhere in the building.

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Everything You Need To Know About Biophilic Design

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Remember the last time you went for a long hike in nature? You probably experienced happiness and tranquility. Now, what if we could reproduce the same physical, psychological, and emotional effects of nature in our workspaces? Let's see what the science behind this design philosophy is and why more and more brands are applying it in their workspaces!

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A design movement inspired by nature

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One of the greatest architects of all time, Frank Lloyd Wright, said: "Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you." He translated this philosophy into structures in harmony with humanity and its environment, something he called "organic architecture."

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This principle of organic and nature-inspired design grew slowly into a movement, and biophilic design was born. Stephen R. Kellert, the author of "Biophilic Design: The Theory, Science, and Practice of Bringing Buildings to Life", explains biophilic design as "an approach that fosters beneficial contact between people and nature in modern buildings and landscapes."

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Before humans evolved and gathered in large cities, we were entirely in unison with nature. We depended on it and respected it, as we lived in small communities and hunted and mastered agriculture to stay alive. This bond between nature and humans remains indestructible. Even after building urban landscapes and creating new living environments, we still crave and desire to spend our free moments in nature as much as possible. Today we don't go to nature in search of food. Instead, we seek refuge for our souls and mind.

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But we can restore the connection with our primal home thanks to biophilic design.

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One of the big reasons biophilic design continues to grow in popularity is the health benefits it brings. We already know the tangible health benefits of adding plants to modern offices.

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According to CIPHR and a list of compiled studies, they provide the following benefits:

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What matters is that designing with natural elements brings tangible health benefits to employees in a workplace. A few plants don't only improve the look but they clean the air, boost productivity, and reduce stress.

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Key principles of biophilic design applications

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According to Shepley and Bulfinch, there are six aspects of biophilic design:

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The Natural environment: The natural environment focuses on features of the natural world incorporated into an office setting. Basic things like earthy colors, sunlight, plants, and images of animals and nature.

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Natural shapes: Natural shapes are lines and forms that occur in nature. Notable examples include arches and vaults, recreating rock shelves, water paths, and other things that naturally occur.

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Natural patterns: Similar to natural shapes, natural patterns deal with patterns and processes that occur in nature. This could be shown through the erosion of rock over time, the growth of plants, and the use of rhythm and scale.

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Natural light: This is one of the easiest forms to understand. Sunlight is healthy, and biophilic design emphasizes light and space. Light helps merge the inside and outside using elements of warmth and different shapes.

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Plants: We can't talk about natural design and not include our little green friends! This doesn't mean you have to turn your office into a jungle. You can focus on natural plants, imagery, or plant colors. The idea here is to create a relationship between the office and the natural elements it is incorporating.

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The human-nature relationship: The final element involves recreating the relationship between humans and nature. It's about restoring a relationship that has existed for thousands of years. Biophilic design ties all of the previous elements together. By doing this, an office will focus on specific themes like order, safety, complexity, curiosity, mastery, control, affection, exploration, discovery, and awe. With themes like this in mind, it's easy to combine the modern with the timeless.

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The importance of biophilic design today

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Biophilic design celebrates the idea of a city as a combination of urbanism, evolution, technology, and the natural environment. It enables us to experience nature and feel part of it, even in the most crowded cities. It's safe to say, because of our intertwined connection with nature, biophilic design will become a standard in design. But other reasons back up our theory...

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Climate change, pandemic, innovation, focus on mental well-being. Currently, these are catalysts accelerating the adoption of biophilic design, proving its impact goes beyond only aesthetic qualities. Green infrastructure can help decrease CO2 emissions, boost the biodiversity of plants and wildlife and even regulate the temperature of buildings. The new urban organism designed and developed for the Chinese city of Liuzhou by Stefano Boeri Architetti will work like a sizeable sustainable machine. It will absorb about 10,000 tons of CO2 and 57 tons of micro-particles every year, simultaneously producing about 900 tons of oxygen, combating the severe problem of air pollution.

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Following the pandemic, many people are still working remotely. Again, here is where biophilic design can help us create a balanced, more productive, and inspiring home-work environment.

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To conclude, biophilic design starts with the right mindset and a willingness to improve our connection with nature. Incorporating it into our living and working environments is relatively easy. Whether you start small by making strategic changes or design from the ground up, biophilic design is accessible to any individual or company, regardless of the budget or space limitations. There are many ways for brands to add nature into their workspaces - artwork, plants, healthy landscape colors, or a lush rooftop terrace are just a few suggestions.

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If you have ideas, reach out to us, and we'll bounce them off to see how we can turn that into reality with the right workspace design plan. Everyone deserves more biophilia in their life!

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Everything You Need to Know About Biophilic Design in 5 Minutes

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature. Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people.

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Biophilic design seeks to harness this connection by incorporating nature-inspired elements, materials, and patterns into the built environment. From incorporating natural light and views of greenery to incorporating organic shapes and textures, biophilic design aims to create spaces that evoke the same sense of tranquility and vitality found in natural settings.

The Benefits of Biophilic Design

The incorporation of biophilic elements into architectural spaces offers a myriad of benefits for occupants, as well as the environment. Research has shown that exposure to nature, even in simulated forms, can have profound effects on mental and physical well-being. Here are some key benefits of biophilic design:

1. Stress Reduction: Biophilic elements such as indoor plants, natural materials, and views of nature have been shown to reduce stress levels and promote relaxation, ultimately improving overall health and well-being.

2. Enhanced Productivity: Studies have found that exposure to natural light and greenery can boost cognitive function and productivity, leading to better concentration, creativity, and performance in work and learning environments.

3. Improved Air Quality: Incorporating indoor plants and natural ventilation systems can help improve indoor air quality by filtering out pollutants and increasing oxygen levels, creating a healthier and more comfortable indoor environment.

4. Sustainable Design: Biophilic design encourages the use of sustainable materials and practices, such as recycled materials, energy-efficient systems, and passive design strategies, reducing the environmental impact of buildings and promoting sustainability.

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Biophilic design is concerned with finding ways to reconnect people with the natural environment through the design of edifices.

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The concept of Biophilic Architecture is based upon its three pillars

Environmental Pillar: It aims at the perfect confluence of nature and mankind to achieve pollution free Earth.

Economic Pillar: It aims at the aesthetic beauty of the whole place ensuring a good profit-making deal for the builders and architects.

Social Pillar: It aims at achieving a healthy society with non-toxic pollution free society towards a better future.

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biophilic design is a methodology for designing buildings and landscapes that nurtures the relationship between people and nature by introducing various natural features into the built environment. The six elements of biophilic design were conceived by Stephen Kellert, a social ecologist and prominent biophilic design advocate who wrote extensively on the subject.

According to Kellert, although the concept of biophilic design is itself relatively straightforward to grasp and we can easily appreciate how and why it creates positive outcomes, applying it in reality is challenging. This is because we don’t fully understand the biological workings of our affinity for nature or how to incorporate any understanding we do have into physical buildings. The six elements seek to create a framework for us to successfully apply biophilic design in the built environment.

https://thermory.com/blog-and-news/the-six-elements-of-biophilic-design/

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City Oasis Apartments in Hochiminh, Vietnam designed by K.A Studio | Green architecture, Facade architecture, Eco architecture

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Naman Pure Spa – Danang, Vietnam

It is a fifteen-room spa that is part of the luxury Naman Retreat. Vertical plantations surround the rooms to give them a tranquil environment.

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature. Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people.

Biophilic design seeks to satisfy these inherent adaptations to nature in the modern built environment and, in doing so, enhance people's physical and mental health and fitness. Good habitat means ecologically sound and productive environments where people function to their optimal potential.

Main three principles are

Nature in the Space, Natural Analogues, and Nature of the Space

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Natural Patterns and Processes.

Light and Space.

Place-Based Relationships.

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Biophilic spaces often include well-recognized features of the natural world. Features like vegetation, water, sunlight, and natural materials create a more pleasing visual and tactile experience. This principle can be applied on different scales.

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Biophilic architecture integrates natural elements into building design to foster a connection between occupants and the environment. include:

1. Natural Light: Maximizing daylight through large windows, skylights, and open spaces to reduce reliance on artificial lighting and enhance mood.

2. Greenery: Incorporating plants, green walls, and rooftop gardens, which improve air quality and provide visual appeal.

3. Natural Materials: Using wood, stone, and other organic materials to create warmth and texture, promoting a sense of comfort.

4. Water Features: Integrating elements like ponds, fountains, or streams to evoke a calming atmosphere and enhance soundscapes.

5. Views of Nature: Designing spaces to offer views of outdoor landscapes, which can reduce stress and improve focus.

6. Organic Shapes and Patterns: Utilizing forms and patterns found in nature to create harmonious and aesthetically pleasing spaces.

7. Natural Ventilation: Promoting airflow and temperature regulation through design, reducing reliance on HVAC systems.

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Biophilic Architecture: refers to a design approach that incorporates natural elements into the built environment to enhance human well-being and foster a connection to nature. This concept is rooted in the idea that humans have an innate affinity for the natural world, which is essential for both physical and mental health.

Key Features of Biophilic Architecture:

1. Natural Light: Maximizing the use of natural light to create bright, uplifting spaces.

2. Natural Materials: Using materials such as wood, stone, and plant-based products that evoke a sense of nature.

3. Green Spaces: Integrating plants, gardens, and green roofs into buildings to create a more vibrant, living environment.

4. Water Features: Including elements like fountains, ponds, or streams to provide auditory and visual connections to water.

5. Views of Nature: Designing spaces with windows and balconies that offer views of outdoor landscapes.

6. Organic Shapes: Incorporating curves and shapes found in nature to create a more harmonious environment.

7. Wildlife Integration: Creating habitats for local wildlife, such as birdhouses or bee hotels, within urban settings.

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The purpose of biophilic design is to create spaces that deliver benefits for both human health and the environment by nurturing people’s innate affinity for nature and creating harmony within the built environment. As a producer of wood, the world’s foremost natural building material, Thermory is a big supporter of biophilic design – although the principles of this wide-ranging discipline go way beyond material selection.

The Six Principles of Biophilic Design

Environmental Features.

Natural Shapes and Forms.

Natural Patterns and Processes.

Light and Space.

Place-Based Relationships.

Evolved Human-Nature Relationships.

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The purpose of biophilic design is to create spaces that deliver benefits for both human health and the environment by nurturing people's innate affinity for nature and creating harmony within the built environment. As a producer of wood, the world's foremost natural building material, Thermory is a big supporter of biophilic design - although the principles of this wide-ranging discipline go way beyond material selection.

What is biophilic design and where do the six elements come from?

Biophilic design is a methodology for designing buildings and landscapes that nurtures the relationship between people and nature by introducing various natural features into the built environment. The six elements of biophilic design were conceived by Stephen Kellert, a social ecologist and prominent biophilic design advocate who wrote extensively on the subject.

According to Kellert, although the concept of biophilic design is itself relatively straightforward to grasp and we can easily appreciate how and why it creates positive outcomes, applying it in reality is challenging. This is because we don't fully understand the biological workings of our affinity for nature or how to incorporate any understanding we do have into physical buildings. The six elements seek to create a framework for us to successfully apply biophilic design in the built environment.

How does biophilic design benefit humans?

Having evolved in a natural world for the vast majority of our history, humans have a biologically encoded affinity for nature and a sense of dependence on it. Kellert claimed that contact with the natural world is not just beneficial for our well-being, but essential to it. In Biophilic design, he cites studies that have found the following benefits of contact with nature and natural features:

Enhanced recovery from illness and surgery

A reduction in health and social problems

Improved performance and motivation and reduced stress among workers

Improved cognitive functioning

Healthier development and maturation in children

Superior quality of life and a stronger sense of place in communities

Introducing the six elements of biophilic design

Kellert identified two dimensions of biophilic design, which he calls the organic, or naturalistic, dimension, which relates to shapes and forms in the built environment that in some way reflect the human connection to nature, and the place-based, or vernacular, dimension which describes features that connect a landscape or building to the culture and ecology of its local area. These two dimensions are broken down into six elements, each of which is further split into a number of attributes. Let's take a closer look at those six elements and the attributes that fall within them.

1. Environmental features

Simply put, the biophilic design element of environmental features relates to characteristics of the natural world found in the built environment. People are naturally drawn to features of the natural environment such as plants, animals and natural materials. A sense of connection to nature can also be created with colors, water and sunlight, while well-ventilated spaces promote well-being. Buildings that work in harmony with the surrounding nature, for example, ivy-covered walls or buildings that complement local geological features, also tend to be well received.

Case study: Panels made of tree bark give character to an office space

Interior architect Külli Salum combined woods in a variety of colours, profiles and styles to produce a balanced and very tasteful overall effect.

2. Natural shapes and forms

The element of natural shapes and forms includes representations and simulations of the natural world on buildings, both internally and externally. This can include shapes, forms and patterns found in vegetation, trees and leaves, and motifs of animals and the structures they create such as hives and webs.

Spaces that simulate natural features or imitate the flowing, organic forms of nature rather than sticking to the straight edges and right angles typically found in modern architecture are also preferred, as are designs that mimic local geology or even those that "accidentally" resemble living forms.

Attributes of natural shapes and forms:

3. Natural patterns and processes

Distinct from shapes and forms, this element focuses on how incorporating properties found in nature enhances our built environment, for example, variations and richness of detail in things we perceive with our senses like light or sounds, changes in the qualities of materials over time, central focal points, spaces and passageways with clear boundaries, and a sense of pattern, contrast or connection found among different spaces. People also prefer to have a perception of wholeness or completeness in places that are made up of several distinct parts.

4. Light and space

The use of light and space is a crucial element of biophilic design, and there are many ways they can be incorporated into a space. Both natural and filtered daylight can provide benefits, while reflected light, the interplay of light and shade and the manipulation of light to create shapes or visual features all offer value. Meanwhile, space can be used to create a sense of openness, diversity, harmony and a link between indoor and outdoor environments, and to define surrounding shapes and areas.

5. Place-based relationships

The element of place-based relationships refers to a linking of culture with ecology. People have a strong sense of connection with places due to our desire to secure resources and ensure safety through territorial control - this explains why we get homesick or miss places where we feel good. Our connection to places can relate to geographical and historical features, local ecosystems, cultural elements and materials, as well as landscapes. Having an emotional connection with a place gives people a protective sense of stewardship over it.

Attributes of place-based relationships:

Case study: Nature villa placed perfectly amongst the trees

In the case of Nature Villa, the aim was to build a house without felling any trees. Thanks to its placement between growing trees, the building offers plentiful nature views and creates the impression of a space resting in the protective embrace of trees.

6. Evolved human-nature relationships

While all of the elements we've described reflect the human connection with our natural environment, this one is focused on fundamental aspects of our relationship with nature and how they can be reflected in the built environment. This can include a sense of safety and protection, a balance of variety with regularity, fostering curiosity and exploration and engendering a sense of accomplishment and mastery over our environment. Our attachment and attraction to nature can also be tapped into through biophilic design.

This brief introduction to the six elements of biophilic design is a useful starting point for anyone interested in exploring this fascinating topic. For more practical ideas on how to incorporate these elements in architecture, read our blog article "Implementing biophilic design in public spaces".

Further reading: Biophilic design: the theory, science, and practice of bringing buildings to life by Kellert, Heerwagen and Mador

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The purpose of biophilic design is to create spaces that deliver benefits for both human health and the environment by nurturing people's innate affinity for nature and creating harmony within the built environment. As a producer of wood, the world's foremost natural building material, Thermory is a big supporter of biophilic design - although the principles of this wide-ranging discipline go way beyond material selection.

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At its core, biophilic design is rooted in the innate human affinity for nature. Coined by biologist Edward O. Wilson, the term “biophilia” describes the intrinsic bond between humans and the natural world, suggesting that we have an innate tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life.

Biophilic design seeks to harness this connection by incorporating nature-inspired elements, materials, and patterns into the built environment. From incorporating natural light and views of greenery to incorporating organic shapes and textures, biophilic design aims to create spaces that evoke the same sense of tranquility and vitality found in natural settings.

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Biophilia :the concept of biophilia refers to architecture and urban planning that integrates nature to enhance and improve well-being

•The Jewel – Singapore, Singapore

The first of two entries from Singapore, The Jewel is an entertainment and retail complex that forms part of Singapore Changi airport. It’s home to the world’s largest indoor waterfall (the 40-metre tall Rain Vortex) and 100,000 plants, and is part of Singapore’s goal to become ‘a city in a garden’ and a model of biodiversity.

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3XN has just won an international competition, which they were invited to participate in, to design the Chungnam Art Center in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea. Designed in collaboration with SIAPLAN and MDA, the new art center aims to serve as a key destination for creative expression. Drawing inspiration from the dynamic movements of art, the center seeks to create a space where everyone can both experience and participate in the arts.

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Biophilic design, with its profound vision, endeavours to infuse architectural spaces with the essence of nature, , cultivating environments that nurture a deep connection with the natural world. One of the fundamental elements of biophilic design is the integration of natural light and views. Maximising access to natural light by incorporating expansive windows and skylights not only reduces the need for artificial lighting but also allows occupants to connect with the outside world. Sunlight streaming into a space creates a sense of openness and vitality while providing views of nature. It has been proven to reduce stress, enhance cognitive function, and improve overall well-being.

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature. Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people

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Biophilic architectural design concept depends on integrity with nature, whether through natural ventilation or using natural forms to increase the user's relation with nature which fosters health and well-being while also insuring that the design is environmentally sustainable.

Principles:

Biohpilic design is based on using natural features and environment surroundings, natural forms and biomimicry architecture,daylighting and natural ventilation,enhancing user's relation with nature.

The image above shows the 'Green house' desiged by Hayhurst&co. The house won the RIBA award due to its biophilic design.The house decreases energy consumption by using recycled materials as corck rubber maximizes energy efficiency by using materials such as recycled cork and timber walls. The house also contains a central atrium which enhances natural lighting.

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2023 RIBA House of the Year Award: Hayhurst & Co.‘s ‘Green House’ Wins Best Residential Design in the UK

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The barbican center in London. As shown in the picture there are lakes, artificial lakes, wildlife experience that gives the users an opportunity to be creative. 

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Case study:

The barbican center in London.

It is a place is a multi art center. Practices such as theatre, music, art are done there. It has natural lakes, artificial lakes, and wildlife feeling from the trees. In my opinion it gives a very good sense of integration with the surrounding and it helps with the actual purpose of the place as people will be more creative when blended with natural elements.

What is biophilic design?

Biophilic design is an architectural movement that introduces elements of nature into a building’s architecture and design. While the prefix ‘bio’ might imply a singular focus on green elements like planting trees or foliage, biophilic design also prioritizes other natural elements — like open air, sunlight, or running water — that allow a building’s residents to establish a connection to nature.

The principles:

1) natural light 2) organic shapes like curves rather than sharp lines. 3) water features

4) wildlife 5) the design should be able to blend with the environmental changes.

The benefits of biophilic design:

1) reduces carbon dioxide

2) minimize waste through recycling and renewing of the water features

3) improve the public health of people ( clean air)

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Biophilic architecture is a design philosophy that seeks to create buildings and spaces that connect people with nature. It incorporates natural elements, materials, and light to enhance the well-being and productivity of occupants and the built environment's sustainability. Biophilic design is based on the belief that humans have an innate connection to nature, and that by bringing elements of the natural world into our built environment, we can improve our health, happiness, and overall quality of life.

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What is biophilic architecture?

. It's a design approach that aims to combine buildings with nature by using natural elements such as: light, water and green elements, and organic materials to achieve sustainability and enhance human well-being and productivity.

Example

Eden project

In cornwall, England.

By Nicholas Grimshaw.

It began in 1998 and launched in 2001.

What makes it biophilic architecture example?

- Integration of Nature: Houses thousands of plant species in immersive biomes.

- Natural Forms: Geodesic domes mimic organic shapes found in nature.

- Natural Light: Transparent structures allow daylight to flood the spaces.

- Sustainability: Focuses on environmental education and conservation.

- Restorative Environment: Provides a calming, nature-filled experience.

- Water Elements: Incorporates water features for a multisensory connection to nature.

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Biophilic design seeks to satisfy these inherent adaptations to nature in the modern built environment and, in doing so, enhance people's physical and mental health and fitness. Good habitat means ecologically sound and productive environments where people function to their optimal potential.‘Biophilia’ can be defined as a love of nature. So, ‘biophilic design’ covers all designs that centre on nature. Many scholars attribute the term ‘biophilia’ to biologist Edward Wilson. He first described the concept in a 1984 book. In recent years, a growing number of corporate buildings, as well as interior biophilic design examples, have started to garner a lot of attention. However, the idea of bringing plants into and around buildings has existed for millennia. For example, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and the Alhambra of Granada are arguably early biophilic designs.

Biophilic designs include a range of concepts that a designer or architect can incorporate into their building designs. Some of the most common ideas include:

Addition of plants and trees into walls, interior design, roofs, and landscaping

Use of natural light

Attempting to break down the barrier between inside and outside, via extensive use of skylights, sliding doors and balconies

Introduction of water features

Where possible, encouraging wildlife, particularly insects and small birds

Using images and colours associated with the natural world

Copying the random patterns found in nature within facades, floor plans or wallpaper

Using natural materials, particularly timber, clay or wool in the structure and furniture

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature. Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people.

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature.

Biophilic design is a concept used within the building industry to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment through the use of direct nature, indirect nature, and space and place conditions. Used at both the building and city-scale, it is argued that this idea has health, environmental, and economic benefits for building

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Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature. Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people.

Biophilic designed buildings incorporate things like natural lighting and ventilation, natural landscape features and other elements for creating a more productive and healthy built environment for people.

And it has a main six elements

1. Environmental Features

Biophilic spaces often include well-recognized features of the natural world. Features like vegetation, water, sunlight, and natural materials create a more pleasing visual and tactile experience.

This principle can be applied on different scales. Some projects may stick to features like potted plants and materials like wood and stone, while others may incorporate larger features like courtyards, living wall planters, ponds, or fountains.

3. Natural Patterns and Processes

This principle refers to the structures and laws of the natural world. Biophilic spaces may include patterns found in nature, such as fractals. They may also reflect natural processes, like growth or aging.

Whether we recognize it or not, these processes stimulate our senses. Evolving materials like weathering steel reflect the passage of time, creating a more stimulating environment. Contrasting evolving materials with static materials can create a rich and varied sensory experience.

4. Light and Space

Daylighting is essential to biophilic design. Interior spaces with ample daylight can boost mood, improve productivity, and help regulate circadian rhythms.

Beyond standard lighting strategies, the principle recommends varied lighting to mimic how we experience light outdoors. For example, shadows and diffused light can mimic light filtering through a forest.

The principle also focuses on how occupants experience space. Varied interior volumes can mimic the experience of nature, reminding occupants of open skies or tree canopies.

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Coined by psychologist Eric Fromm in 1964, biophilia refers to our innate connection with nature. It stems from the Greek words for “life” and “love” and explains why people around the globe enjoy experiences like walking through a forest or listening to ocean waves. Architects and interior designers have put biophilia into practice by creating connections to nature within the built environment.

This practice is known as “biophilic design,” and it offers many psychological benefits, including reduced stress and improved cognitive function. Due to the benefits, biophilic design has become a core component of building verification systems like the Living Building Challenge (LBC).

If you undertake an LBC project, you and your team will participate in a Biophilic Exploration, a workshop that helps you better understand biophilia and its connection to your project.

In the Biophilic Exploration, you will learn about Stephen Kellert’s six biophilic design principles. This article will discuss these six principles in more detail and provide examples, helping you explore ways your project can connect to nature.

The Six Principles of Biophilic Design

Stephen Kellert was a professor of social ecology at the Yale School of Forestry and Design. Throughout his career, he helped develop the field of biophilic design and became one of its biggest advocates. His six principles offer a practical framework for brainstorming design decisions, helping you consider how to incorporate nature into your project.

1. Environmental Features

Biophilic spaces often include well-recognized features of the natural world. Features like vegetation, water, sunlight, and natural materials create a more pleasing visual and tactile experience.

This principle can be applied on different scales. Some projects may stick to features like potted plants and materials like wood and stone, while others may incorporate larger features like courtyards, living wall planters, ponds, or fountains.

Biophilia principles

Indoor foliage at Kreg Tool's headquarters.

2. Natural Shapes and Forms

Using naturally occurring shapes, patterns, and forms is another element of biophilic design. These elements can include botanical motifs, spirals, arches, and curves.

Mimicking or recreating natural forms can create a symbolic and subconscious connection to nature. For example, an arched doorway or a vaulted ceiling may remind one of a cave, creating a sense of shelter and refuge.

3. Natural Patterns and Processes

This principle refers to the structures and laws of the natural world. Biophilic spaces may include patterns found in nature, such as fractals. They may also reflect natural processes, like growth or aging.

Whether we recognize it or not, these processes stimulate our senses. Evolving materials like weathering steel reflect the passage of time, creating a more stimulating environment. Contrasting evolving materials with static materials can create a rich and varied sensory experience.

Biophilia principles

2.Weathering steel at St. Luke the Evangelist.

3. Light and Space

Daylighting is essential to biophilic design. Interior spaces with ample daylight can boost mood, improve productivity, and help regulate circadian rhythms.

Beyond standard lighting strategies, the principle recommends varied lighting to mimic how we experience light outdoors. For example, shadows and diffused light can mimic light filtering through a forest.

The principle also focuses on how occupants experience space. Varied interior volumes can mimic the experience of nature, reminding occupants of open skies or tree canopies.

4.Diffused light at One Place.

5. Place-Based Relationships

This principle encourages designers to avoid “placeless-ness” and root a building or interior space within its context. On a basic level, it involves using local materials, native plantings, and indigenous building techniques.

However, this principle is also about capturing the “spirit” of a place. In the LBC’s Biophilic Exploration, you learn about your local ecology, history, and culture. This information can inspire design ideas that root your project in its community context.

6. Evolved Human-Nature Relationships

The last principle refers to our evolutionary relationship with nature and how we can recreate this feeling in the built environment. Designers can work to create a sense of:

Protection and refuge

Awe and excitement

Order and complexity

Exploration and discovery

These are all sensations we experience as we immerse ourselves in the natural environment. By identifying and naming these feelings, we are better able to integrate them into a building’s design. Readily experiencing the sensations of nature makes us more likely to appreciate and protect it.

The main benefits of biophilic design

The sustainability aspect of biophilic design is crucial for living buildings and environments. Providing green spaces, water features, abundant plants and natural materials creates a host of benefits, including helping to reduce a development's carbon footprint and regulating the temperature of buildings.

One of the primary challenges of integrating biophilic design with an existing space is the structural limitations of the building. Incorporating natural elements such as living walls, skylights, or water features may require significant modifications to the building's infrastructure.

Case studies

Greenacre Park is a 6,000-square foot oasis nestled among the

tall towers of midtown Manhattan. Inside the park a 25-foot tall

waterfall cools the air and mutes the noise of the surrounding

traffic, creating space for quietude—a rarity in the hectic city

center. The park has three distinct levels which provide users

several choices of environmental conditions. The spatial

configuration and excellent use of biophilic design principles

imbue this popular park with a sense of tranquility even during

periods of heavy utilization.

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Biophilic architecture is a design philosophy that seeks to reconnect humans with nature by integrating natural elements such as light, vegetation, water, and organic forms into the built environment. This approach enhances occupants' well-being, improves mental and physical health, and boosts productivity by creating spaces that evoke the calming and restorative qualities of nature. Biophilic architecture also contributes to environmental sustainability by utilizing energy-efficient systems, improving air quality, promoting biodiversity, and reducing the urban heat island effect. As the world faces climate change, this design approach has gained popularity for its ability to create healthier, more sustainable living environments.

Notable architects who embrace biophilic principles include:

1. Stefano Boeri – Known for his Bosco Verticale in Milan, which integrates vertical gardens into residential towers.

2. Jeanne Gang – Her Aqua Tower in Chicago incorporates organic forms and balconies that resemble waves, blending nature into urban settings.

3. Ken Yeang – A pioneer in eco-architecture, known for his designs that incorporate green spaces and natural ventilation systems, such as the Menara Mesiniaga building in Malaysia.

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Biophilic design is a concept used within the building industry to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment through the use of direct nature, indirect nature, and space and place conditions. Used at both the building and city-scale, it is argued that this idea has health, environmental, and economic benefits for building occupants and urban environments, with few drawbacks.